Glad you didn't get hurt....not physically that is.

I got into an accident about a year ago (side swiped at high speed by a truck in the freeway) and I immediately took the car to the BMW body shop in Long Beach near my work. My insurance let's me go to any body shop of my choice, but if I go out of their preferred network then the insurance cannot guarantee the body shop's work, in other words they are not liable for any warranty. But I have to tell you that they did a great job on my car, no clue or signs that it ever got hit.

Definitely settle for only original BMW parts. Good luck.

 

Exactly. The E60 chassis is aluminum from the firewall forward I believe. This is to reduce weight and possibly enhance the front crumple zones. Aluminum is not like steel in that it cannot be "pulled" straight on a rack. You should have the front end inspected and possibly replaced.

Regarding the insurance play, definitely go through the other party's insurance if at all possible. Once you get your insurance company involved, rates seem to "magically" go up shortly thereafter.

Good luck!

 

Sorry to hear about the accident. Glad you are ok.

Its a must you get this done thru BMW.

 

Your insurance company should represent you in this matter even if the other parties insurance pays. I know that if you are in California you have the right to have your repair work done at the shop of your choosing. Regardless of which insurance company is paying.
I agree that your dealer is the place to start for an estimate or a referral to a certified shop.

Good luck and keep us posted.

 

Ferdie,

Great signature

 

im getting my mtech kit in a couple days, so my accident timing sucks. i really hate to have it stuck at the shop getting it repaired to factory, when im just going to take it all off for the mtech anyways. id rather get the cash myself.